Warner Bros. Discovery
Music Internships: LA - Spring 2026
Warner Bros. Discovery, Burbank, California, United States
This job is with Warner Bros. Discovery, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Music Internships: LA - Spring 2026
Application Deadline: On or before Sunday, November 9
th *Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*
Your New Role Overview of the internships
We have multiple Music internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the LA area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include: Warner Bros Music Library Intern
Warner Bros. Pictures Music Intern
Warner Bros. Television Music Intern
WaterTower Music Intern
Your Role Accountabilities Duties could include: Attend weekly staff music meetings
Read scripts and complete music breakdowns
Research publisher and recording ownership on songs requested for clearance and assist music clearance in closing out episode packets and entering information into database
Assist in metadata upkeep and ingestion in the label’s library system
Organizing sheet music and packing sheet music for long term storage
Assist with label's YouTube channel management
Ripping CD's
CD and Document filing
Gather updated rosters of composers, artists, songwriters, music producers, music editors, label talents and music supervisors
Create lists and check library inventory
Assist in keeping the music library organized
Compile and distribute music playlists
Handle phone calls and take messages
Pick up and deliver items (such as hard drives or music) to other areas of the WB lot
Opportunity to help creative team with media submissions from major and independent music publishers and record labels to expand digital library
Help with music searches for network, cable TV, and streaming productions when applicable
Audit information in the label’s distribution portal
Pull and format streaming reports
Assist in managing the label’s physical product inventory
Write copy for social media posts
Provide other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role) Ability to read/write musical notation ( required for Music Library role )
Experience playing an instrument in an orchestra / composing music for orchestra ( required for Music Library role )
Strong passion for music and film/tv and eager to learn more about the industry
Have a solid understanding of metadata and its role in the music business ( required for WaterTower Music role )
Available to work in-office on Tuesdays through Thursdays with flexibility to work in-office on Mondays and Fridays ( required for the WBTV Music role )
Knowledge of all genres of music including music placed in television and film
Extremely detail oriented and ability to follow-through
Well-organized
Computer literate and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Mac, Adobe Acrobat and file sharing platforms including Box, Dropbox, etc.
Knowledge of personal computer/processing system
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Strong ability to prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including good spelling and grammatical skills and ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all industry personnel
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
Must be a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older)
Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.
What to know before applying: The duration of the program is 12 weeks
Program dates: Start Date: January 26th End Date: April 17th Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in a
hybrid capacity
Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
Interviewing will take place from early November through early-January. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom
here .
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.
About Our Internship Program WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here’s what we offer: Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
What you can expect to take away from the semester: Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had
The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at
www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/
along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our
accessibility page
for instructions to submit your request.
If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Music Internships: LA - Spring 2026
Application Deadline: On or before Sunday, November 9
th *Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*
Your New Role Overview of the internships
We have multiple Music internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the LA area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include: Warner Bros Music Library Intern
Warner Bros. Pictures Music Intern
Warner Bros. Television Music Intern
WaterTower Music Intern
Your Role Accountabilities Duties could include: Attend weekly staff music meetings
Read scripts and complete music breakdowns
Research publisher and recording ownership on songs requested for clearance and assist music clearance in closing out episode packets and entering information into database
Assist in metadata upkeep and ingestion in the label’s library system
Organizing sheet music and packing sheet music for long term storage
Assist with label's YouTube channel management
Ripping CD's
CD and Document filing
Gather updated rosters of composers, artists, songwriters, music producers, music editors, label talents and music supervisors
Create lists and check library inventory
Assist in keeping the music library organized
Compile and distribute music playlists
Handle phone calls and take messages
Pick up and deliver items (such as hard drives or music) to other areas of the WB lot
Opportunity to help creative team with media submissions from major and independent music publishers and record labels to expand digital library
Help with music searches for network, cable TV, and streaming productions when applicable
Audit information in the label’s distribution portal
Pull and format streaming reports
Assist in managing the label’s physical product inventory
Write copy for social media posts
Provide other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role) Ability to read/write musical notation ( required for Music Library role )
Experience playing an instrument in an orchestra / composing music for orchestra ( required for Music Library role )
Strong passion for music and film/tv and eager to learn more about the industry
Have a solid understanding of metadata and its role in the music business ( required for WaterTower Music role )
Available to work in-office on Tuesdays through Thursdays with flexibility to work in-office on Mondays and Fridays ( required for the WBTV Music role )
Knowledge of all genres of music including music placed in television and film
Extremely detail oriented and ability to follow-through
Well-organized
Computer literate and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Mac, Adobe Acrobat and file sharing platforms including Box, Dropbox, etc.
Knowledge of personal computer/processing system
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Strong ability to prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including good spelling and grammatical skills and ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all industry personnel
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
Must be a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older)
Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.
What to know before applying: The duration of the program is 12 weeks
Program dates: Start Date: January 26th End Date: April 17th Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in a
hybrid capacity
Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
Interviewing will take place from early November through early-January. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom
here .
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.
About Our Internship Program WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here’s what we offer: Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
What you can expect to take away from the semester: Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had
The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at
www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/
along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our
accessibility page
for instructions to submit your request.
If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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